Communication Officer – SIOS Knowledge Centre

SIOS (Svalbard Integrated Arctic Earth Observing System) is seeking a proactive and strategic minded Communication Officer to lead communication efforts and contribute to the strategic development of SIOS.

This role includes the editorial leadership for the annual report on the State of Environmental Research in Svalbard (SESS report). The Communication Officer will also contribute to the preparation and management of externally funded projects and will assist in representing SIOS in international scientific programmes and initiatives. The position might be also given other tasks by SIOS director.

Application deadline: 15.08.2026

All applications must be sent through the JobbNorge system. All documents must be uploaded as attachments to the application. Applications lacking required documents will not be considered.

New vacancy in LifeWatch ERIC: Data Management Specialist

LifeWatch ERIC is a European Research Infrastructure Consortium providing e-Science research facilities to scientists investigating biodiversity and ecosystem functions and services in order to support society in addressing key planetary challenges.

LifeWatch ERIC is currently seeking a Data Management Specialist for its ICT-Core premises in Seville, Spain.

Deadline: 2 November 2025

The Data Management Specialist position aims to spearhead data initiatives across various projects within the environmental and socio-ecological sciences domains, contributing expertise in data management, data harmonisation and standardisation and support in developing data strategies and frameworks in collaboration with international stakeholders. This position offers an opportunity to enhance data management strategies within the LifeWatch ERIC framework, promoting collaborative research and enabling insights into biodiversity and ecosystem dynamics.

  • Location: ICT-Core premises in Seville, Spain;
  • Position: Full-Time;

Join our team!

For more information visit this page:  https://www.lifewatch.eu/work-with-us/

New vacancy in LifeWatch ERIC: Junior Project Manager!

LifeWatch ERIC is a European Research Infrastructure Consortium providing e-Science research facilities to scientists investigating biodiversity and ecosystem functions and services in order to support society in addressing key planetary challenges.

LifeWatch ERIC is currently seeking a Junior Project Manager for its Statutory Seat premises in Seville, Spain.

Deadline: 5 August

Your Role: The Junior Project Manager is responsible for providing administrative and technical advice and support to project managers, third parties, contractors and other project participants in areas such as project planning, implementation, reporting and monitoring. Under the supervision of the Global Project Manager, the position holder will support the compliance of LifeWatch ERIC’s participation in all international initiatives and projects;.

  • Location: Statutory Seat premises in Sevilla, Spain;
  • Position: Full-Time, temporary replacement contract;

Join our team!

For more information visit this page:  https://www.lifewatch.eu/work-with-us/

LifeWatch ERIC is looking for a Communication Specialist!

LifeWatch ERIC is a European Research Infrastructure Consortium providing e-Science research facilities to scientists investigating biodiversity and ecosystem functions and services in order to support society in addressing key planetary challenges.

LifeWatch ERIC is currently seeking a Communication Specialist (Maternity Leave Replacement).

Deadline: 14 July

Your Role: Support the Chief Communication Officer and LifeWatch ERIC to reach out to scientific disseminative media, produce dissemination contents for related European projects and initiatives, update, manage and promote the LifeWatching Science Channel and its contents, support the creation of audio-visual contents and podcasts and their promotion.

  • Location: Service Centre premises in Lecce, Italy;
  • Position: Full-Time, until 28 February 2026, possibility of renewal;

Join our team!

For more information visit this page:  https://www.lifewatch.eu/download/134_sc-communication-specialist-maternity-leave

LifeWatch ERIC European Project Assistant

LifeWatch ERIC is a European Research Infrastructure Consortium providing e-Science research facilities to scientists investigating biodiversity and ecosystem functions and services in order to support society in addressing key planetary challenges.

LifeWatch ERIC is currently seeking a European Project Assistant to support the scientific coordination and monitoring of activities within Horizon 2020 and European projects. This includes tracking project progress, ensuring alignment with scientific objectives, facilitating technical reporting, and supporting data management. The role requires strong analytical skills, familiarity with scientific research methodologies, and experience in EU-funded research projects. The European Project Assistant will work in close collaboration with and provide direct support to the Director of the Service Centre, Prof. Basset, acting as a liaison between the departments of the Service Centre (Communication, Training, ICT, Networking, Administration) as well as the other Common Facilities of LifeWatch ERIC and its National Distributed Centres..

  • Location: Service Centre premises in Lecce, Italy;
  • Position: Full-Time, 12-month contract with the possibility of extension;
  • Funding resources: Horizon Europe.

Application deadline: 10 July 2025. 

For more information visit this page: https://www.lifewatch.eu/download/133_sc-european-project-assistant

Open Position! AnaEE-ERIC – Data and Modelling Scientist

AnaEE-ERIC is currently looking for a Data and Modelling Scientist to lead our Data and Modelling Centre (DMC) in Rome, Italy – at the beautiful setting of CREA’s Research Centre for Engineering and Agro-Food Engineering.

Application DL: April 17th

What You’ll Do:

  • Develop cutting-edge tools and virtual services for the ecological research community
  • Implement FAIR data standards and train facility managers across Europe
  • Represent AnaEE-ERIC at international conferences and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
  • Contribute to EU Horizon Europe projects and proposals
  • Be the vital link between AnaEE-ERIC and CREA

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Has 3+ years of post-graduate experience in data management, modelling, or engineering
  • Demonstrates independent research capabilities and problem-solving skills
  • Excels in collaborative environments with strong communication skills
  • Possesses operational knowledge of DevOps, database management, and programming fundamentals
  • Is ready to travel across Europe and work in an international setting

For more information visit Working at AnaEE: anaee.eu

For more information, go to CREA’s website (in Italian): AnaEE-DMC job

LifeWatch ERIC Full Stack Developer

LifeWatch ERIC is a European Research Infrastructure Consortium providing e-Science research facilities to scientists investigating biodiversity and ecosystem functions and services in order to support society in addressing key planetary challenges.

LifeWatch ERIC is currently seeking a Full Stack Developer. The Full Stack Developer position aims to drive the development and optimisation of web applications for LifeWatch ERIC, enhancing research capabilities in biodiversity and ecosystem analysis through innovative software solutions.

  • Location: ICT-Core premises in Seville, Spain;
  • Position: Full-time;
  • Funding resources: Projects BioDT, DTBioflow, EULAC for Energy Transition, MICROBES-4-CLIMATE.

Application deadline: 1 April 2025. 

For more information visit this page: https://www.lifewatch.eu/download/131-ict-core-full-stack-developer/

Three exciting career opportunities at the Marine Institute (Ireland)

Closing date: 20/03/2025

Are you enthusiastic about scientific communication and stakeholder engagement? The Marine Institute is looking for a committed Scientific & Technical Officer (STO) EU Project Communications & Stakeholder Engagement to join the EU projects team and work on numerous EU projects, with a particular emphasis on the innovative AMRIT project. (See www.amritproject.eu)

In this role, you will be responsible for creating and delivering AMRIT’s communication strategy, ensuring that our ground-breaking research and discoveries reach a large audience. You will also have the opportunity to participate in additional relevant projects, increasing your involvement in this sector.

The EU projects team is also looking to fill the following positions:
Scientific & Technical Officer (STO) EU Project Technical Delivery
Scientific & Technical Officer (STO) EU Project Data Delivery

LifeWatch ERIC Chief Technology Officer

LifeWatch ERIC is a European Research Infrastructure Consortium providing e-Science research facilities to scientists investigating biodiversity and ecosystem functions and services in order to support society in addressing key planetary challenges.

LifeWatch ERIC is currently seeking an experienced Chief Technology Officer to lead and coordinate the development of its technological infrastructure, ensuring it aligns with cutting-edge global standards and advances in Europe and beyond.

  • Location: LifeWatch ERIC Headquarters is in Seville, Spain;
  • The role requires collaboration with the Common Facilities and Distributed Centres across Europe;
  • Position: Full-time position, with an option to work four days per week; Four-year term, with the potential for an additional four-year extension;
  • Funding resources: LifeWatch ERIC Strategic Working Plan.

Application deadline: 30 April 2025. 

For more information visit this page: https://www.lifewatch.eu/download/130-sso-chief-technology-officer

Project Director of the Horizon Europe AMRIT project

ARMINES is seeking a Project Director for HEP AMRIT to join the ambitious team with an international dimension in the field of Ocean Observation. The successful candidate will manage/coordinate/direct the ambitious Horizon Europe Project AMRIT, supervised by Professor Laurent Mortier and in close cooperation with the project partners.

The successful candidate must have an advanced university degree (M.Sc or equivalent degree) in Oceanography, Marine Science, engineering, or related fields and at least five years (PhD included) of relevant experience in ocean observations or services in ocean observation organisations.

If you want a job that will expand your horizons and make a difference in marine research across Europe, consider this job position!

Click here for the full call text.

Expected starting date: Q1 2025

Based in Plouzané, Brittany, France

Type of contract: 3 year Fixed-term employment contract